The surgeon used a standard non-barbed suture (either competitor or Ethicon that identified an opportunity for knotless tying)
Ask these questions to generate an in depth discussion and understand the surgeon’s needs/pain points.
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I noticed you didn’t use a barbed or knotless suture in that procedure. What are your reasons for that?
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Are there specific challenges you face with maintaining tension and control when suturing robotically?
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Do you have any experience using barbed or knotless sutures? Can you tell me a bit about that?
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What trade offs do you think you need to make if performing interrupted closure or continuous closure suturing?
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Do you encounter any issues with time-consuming knot tying, especially in complex procedures?
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Would a reduction in OR time and faster closure processes be valuable?
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How often do you encounter surgical site infections (SSIs) postoperatively, and how do you mitigate these risks?
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Have you faced any complications like wound dehiscence or rupture when using your current sutures? Would you benefit from a suture portfolio designed specifically for robotic procedures, with versatile needle sizes and anchor technologies?
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If I could show you a suture that had a strong needle, but also improved efficiencies and reduced the risk of SSIs would you be interested in that?
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